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Uber shifted NZD $200m offshore, report claims tax loss
Uber

Uber shifted NZD $200m offshore, report claims tax loss

Uber shifted NZD $200 million offshore through intercompany fees, causing New Zealand to lose an estimated NZD $56 million in tax revenue, a report claims.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Voyage marks decade of growth with focus on AI & culture
Digital Transformation

Voyage marks decade of growth with focus on AI & culture

Christchurch-based digital agency Voyage celebrates 10 years, focusing on AI integration and a strong workplace culture to drive future growth.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Visa launches Security Roadmap to combat AI-driven payment fraud
Ransomware

Visa launches Security Roadmap to combat AI-driven payment fraud

Visa launches a Security Roadmap in New Zealand to tackle rising AI-driven payment fraud, offering new tools and support for small businesses amid NZD $194m losses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Ingram Micro New Zealand sees earnings dip amid softer revenue in 2024
IT Budget

Ingram Micro New Zealand sees earnings dip amid softer revenue in 2024

Ingram Micro New Zealand's net profit fell 39% to NZ$9.1m in 2024, hurt by softer revenue and tighter margins amid a competitive IT hardware market.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
LG Electronics Kiwi operation posts strong financial performance in 2024 despite higher costs
Revenue management

LG Electronics Kiwi operation posts strong financial performance in 2024 despite higher costs

LG Electronics' NZ business posted a 29.4% rise in profit before tax to $38.5 million in 2024, despite rising operational costs and higher expenses.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
Avast launches free AI scam protection in antivirus for NZ users
Endpoint Protection

Avast launches free AI scam protection in antivirus for NZ users

Avast adds free AI-driven Scam Guardian to its antivirus for New Zealand users, boosting protection against rising, sophisticated online scams globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Exclusive: How Cybersecurity startup Blackveil is targetting AI-driven threats
Malware

Exclusive: How Cybersecurity startup Blackveil is targetting AI-driven threats

New Zealand startup Blackveil tackles AI-driven cyber threats with Blackvault, securing businesses globally by closing critical digital defence gaps and simplifying security.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Awarua Quadrant to become NZD $2.5 billion South Island hub
Supply Chain

Awarua Quadrant to become NZD $2.5 billion South Island hub

The Awarua Quadrant near Invercargill will become a NZD $2.5 billion hub, linking exporters with major ports and boosting South Island's logistics and manufacturing.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Open banking in New Zealand advances with NZD $13.77m spent
Fintech

Open banking in New Zealand advances with NZD $13.77m spent

New Zealand's open banking has advanced with NZD $13.77m spent over six years, delivering API standards adopted by major banks covering 80% of accounts.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025
New Zealand business optimism surges as firms embrace AI gains
Artificial Intelligence

New Zealand business optimism surges as firms embrace AI gains

Optimism among New Zealand firms hits a peak since 2021, as 45% anticipate growth, boosted by AI-driven productivity and rising customer demand in 2025.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025
Economic, mental strain drive 80,000 Kiwis to Australia
Migration

Economic, mental strain drive 80,000 Kiwis to Australia

Almost 80,000 New Zealanders moved to Australia in 2024 as economic pressure worsens mental health, with over half citing financial stress as their main concern.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025
Umbrellar wins Pax8 MVP award for APAC cloud infrastructure
Software-as-a-Service

Umbrellar wins Pax8 MVP award for APAC cloud infrastructure

Umbrellar Technology Group won the 2025 Pax8 MVP Infrastructure Award for APAC, recognising its leadership in cloud and AI solutions across New Zealand and the region.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
NZ cyber incidents cause NZD $7.8 million loss in early 2025
Phishing

NZ cyber incidents cause NZD $7.8 million loss in early 2025

New Zealand's cyber incidents in Q1 2025 caused NZD $7.8 million in losses, marking a 14.7% rise and the second-highest quarterly total ever reported.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Electricity Authority seeks tech views for digital power future
Smart Grids

Electricity Authority seeks tech views for digital power future

The Electricity Authority invites tech sector input on data and digital tools to shape a smarter, more efficient electricity system in New Zealand's future.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Toast Electric expands to help families facing winter hardship
Power / Energy

Toast Electric expands to help families facing winter hardship

Toast Electric is expanding to Horowhenua and Wairarapa, aiding New Zealand families struggling with winter energy hardship through discounted electricity and support programmes.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Kiwis warned over AI-driven scams as tax season boosts risks
Malware

Kiwis warned over AI-driven scams as tax season boosts risks

Kiwis face rising AI-driven scams this tax season, with cybercriminals using stolen data and fake Inland Revenue contacts to target taxpayers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Air New Zealand named most attractive employer for 2025
Human Capital Management

Air New Zealand named most attractive employer for 2025

Air New Zealand has been named New Zealand's Most Attractive Employer for 2025, marking its third consecutive win in the Randstad Employer Branding Research.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Genesis picks Workday to modernise finance for NZD $1 billion push
Digital Transformation

Genesis picks Workday to modernise finance for NZD $1 billion push

Genesis Energy will implement Workday's cloud finance system to support its NZD $1 billion investment in renewables and modernise financial operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Bolt enters Auckland to challenge ride-hailing market leaders
Market competition

Bolt enters Auckland to challenge ride-hailing market leaders

Bolt has launched its ride-hailing service in Auckland, aiming to challenge market leaders with more driver-friendly terms and affordable fares.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025